: Step out of the lobby of the Historic Cary House Hotel and you\'re on Main Street of Placerville. (Drive time: 2 hours)

PLACERVILLE

: Step out of the lobby of the Historic Cary House Hotel and you\'re on Main Street of Placerville. (Drive time: 2 hours)

PLACERVILLE : Step out of the lobby of the Historic Cary House... Photo-4421628.59715 - Houston Chronicle

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Taboola Gallery Frame Item-85307.59715 - Houston Chronicle

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SAUSALITO

: Fort Baker, with its spectacular views, is a fun excursion from downtown Sausalito. The waterfront community made Smithsonian magazine\'s list of the 20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2013. (Drive time: 30 minutes)